Local businesses and organizations will fill exhibit space under the Grand White Tent at St. Rose Hospital, 27200 Calaroga Avenue, Hayward, on October 5, for the third annual Hayward/Union City Business Expo. The event will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

"The two chambers of commerce will repeat a successful event that offers one of the East Bay's premier business networking and exhibitor activities," said Kim Huggett, president and CEO of the Hayward Chamber of Commerce. "It's the kind of event where networking abounds and deals are made."

The event is free to members of the two chambers and $10 to non-members. In addition to mingling with representatives of local businesses, attendees will enjoy food from restaurants such as Mimi's Cafˇ, the Olive Garden and the Shark Shack and gourmet coffees from J&J Vending. Wine, beer and sodas will also be served.

For additional information, contact the Hayward Chamber of Commerce at (510) 537-2424 or the Union City Chamber of Commerce at (510) 952-9637.